Take advantage of attraction discounts before school starts

The display, set for a June 29 grand opening, features Space Shuttle Atlantis surrounded by a slew of other educational space exhibits.

The display, set for a June 29 grand opening, features Space Shuttle Atlantis surrounded by a slew of other educational space exhibits.

Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel

We've entered the dog days of summer, and it's now that Florida residents can take advantage of the last days before school by heading out to the attractions.

Here's a list of discounts currently running around Central Florida.

-- Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex east of U.S. Highway 1 on NASA Parkway, 5 miles south of Titusville; 877-404-3775. Guests can save up to 20 percent off regular admission ($50 plus tax adults, $40 plus tax ages 3-11). The "Atlantis Crew" admission special features 10 percent off for two guests, 15 percent off for three guests, and 20 percent off for four or more guests. Advance tickets must be purchased by Sept. 2 for this special offer. Details: kennedyspacecenter.com

-- Fun Spot: 5551 Del Verde Way (near International Drive and Kirkman), Orlando; 407-363-3867. Discounts on second-day tickets: The two day special applies to people who arrive after 10 p.m. and purchase a wrist band for unlimited rides for $39.95. Guests can return the next day for no additional charge.

-- At Wet 'n' Wild on International Drive, Florida residents can buy ticket for the price of one day — $50 for either adults or children — and return for free for the rest of 2013. Details: wetnwildorlando.com.

-- At Aquatica, SeaWorld's water park, the After 2 p.m. Pass allows entry, well, after 2 p.m. every day through Dec. 31 for $55. Details: aquaticaorlando.com

-- Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach, Disney World's on-property water parks, the After 2 Annual Pass — good for 365 days from purchase — sells for $62 ($50 for ages 3-9). Details: disneyworld.com.